Kevin McCarra

It is always hard to disagree with a man in the habit of being right and, in any case, Fabio Capello's options are so limited that there cannot be many dilemmas. Some, such as Joe Cole, will have played themselves out of contention unless there is an eye-catching return to form shortly. The most famous candidate for exclusion should be David Beckham. He was exposed when he started for Milan against Manchester United and cameos as a substitute should not suffice. Beckham did not get off the bench on Wednesday and his status is diminishing. Capello values Theo Walcott's pace, although the winger was poor against Egypt.

Richard Williams

The biggest question mark sits against the name of Rio Ferdinand, whose absence would be sorely felt, with Phil Jagielka the most obvious replacement. The inclusion of Stephen Warnock and Stewart Downing depends on the success of Aston Villa's league run-in; a series of good showings by Joe Cole would see the Chelsea man regaining his place at Downing's expense. While Capello is not a man to be swayed by a single performance in a friendly match, the dynamism of Shaun Wright-Phillips against Egypt made a telling contrast with the naivety of the man he replaced, Theo Walcott. Aaron Lennon's failure to recover from his groin problem would allow Walcott back in.

Dominic Fifield

Fabio Capello is utterly reliant upon the medical staff at a group of elite Premier League clubs to return the likes of Ashley Cole, Rio Ferdinand, Glen Johnson and Aaron Lennon from injury but, providing they have proved their fitness, this squad offers balance, solidity and bite. Phil Jagielka's versatility may give him the nod over Joleon Lescott, while James Milner can also fill in at full-back if required. Theo Walcott is included on the proviso that he plays, and excels, regularly for Arsenal in the weeks ahead but, even if Shaun Wright-Phillips might deserve better, the role he played in qualifying should not be overlooked. Capello may be tempted to include a fifth striker, particularly if Walcott fades again, most likely at the expense of either Jagielka or Wes Brown in defence.